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Fugitive Sought: Accused Pedophile Living In Cliffside Wanted For Assaulting Fairview Pre-Teen

A 52-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a pre-teen in Fairview multiple times fled the country and has been in Guatemala for at least the past few months, a reliable source told Daily Voice.

ANYONE who sees knows where to find Bernardo Velazco is urged to immediately contact the prosecutor's tips line: (201) 226-5532.

ANYONE who sees knows where to find Bernardo Velazco is urged to immediately contact the prosecutor's tips line: (201) 226-5532.

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Detectives obtained a warrant for the arrest of Bernardo Velazco, a single and unemployed Guatemalan national who had been living in Cliffside Park when the assaults allegedly occurred.

He is considered a fugitive from justice, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said on Monday, Dec. 18.

Fairview police alerted members of the prosecutor's Special Victims Unit after the alleged assaults were reported a week ago.

Musella's detectives charged Velazco with two counts of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, as well as lesser charges of sexual assault by contact, attempted sexual assault and child endangerment, all involving a victim under 13.

In the event he ever returns, anyone who sees Velazco is urged to immediately contact the prosecutor's tips line: (201) 226-5532.

Or you could call Fairview police directly: (201) 943-3655.

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NOTE: Authorities warn parents that those who rape, molest or otherwise sexually assault young children are often known to the family -- and at times exhibit warning signs that such behavior is possible.

They urge parents or guardians to never leave their youngsters with any adult in whom they don't have 100% trust and confidence. They also remind loved ones to always remain attentive to indications from their children of discomfort with a particular adult -- or signs that they may have been abused.

If you suspect anyone has harmed your child, contact authorities immediately.

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